Delightful no-bake dessert balls that combine creamy cheesecake with crunchy pretzels, drizzled with rich salted caramel.
Ingredients
Scale:
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup crushed pretzels
1/4 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
1 cup salted caramel sauce
1/2 cup crushed pretzels for coating
1/2 cup chocolate chips, melted (for drizzling)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
Gently fold in the crushed pretzels and mini chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
Using a small cookie scoop or your hands, form the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Chill the balls in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
Prepare the salted caramel sauce if homemade or warm store-bought caramel slightly in the microwave.
Dip each ball in the warm salted caramel sauce and roll in the crushed pretzels for coating.
Transfer the coated balls back to the baking sheet and drizzle melted chocolate over each.
Return the baking sheet to the refrigerator for 15-30 minutes to set the chocolate and caramel.
Serve as bite-sized treats on a decorative platter.
